Interpol has identified a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman, Anastasiia Berezovska, as the suspect in a bombing incident in Monaco. The International Criminal Police Organization issued a “Red Notice” for her arrest on charges of attempted murder and criminal intent related to placing an explosive device on a public road.
Berezovska is noted for having a tattoo, possibly a snake, from her shoulder to her right elbow, and is a German speaker. Her last known residence was in Germany, and authorities believe she fled through France and Italy using a rental car. The explosion in Monaco reportedly targeted Vadym Yermolaiev, a 58-year-old businessman originally from Ukraine, now a Cypriot national, along with his partner and 13-year-old son.
Monaco’s deputy public prosecutor, Morgan Raymon, stated the bomb was detonated remotely. French authorities are currently analyzing the bomb’s remains. Initially, the suspect was perceived as a heavily built male wearing a dark long-sleeved top, light-colored shorts, and a black bucket hat. However, further examination of CCTV footage and witness statements redirected the investigation to a woman disguised as a man.
The attack startled Monaco, a small sovereign state known for its affluent residents. Prince Albert II condemned the incident as “an odious act,” and emphasized that all public services are engaged to maintain security.
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